A systematic review of associations between perpetration of physically violent behaviours and property offenses, victimization and use of substances among homeless youth
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Heerde, Jessica Anne and Hemphill, Sheryl A.. (2014). A systematic review of associations between perpetration of physically violent behaviours and property offenses, victimization and use of substances among homeless youth. Children and Youth Services Review. 44, pp. 265 - 277. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.childyouth.2014.06.020
Authors | Heerde, Jessica Anne and Hemphill, Sheryl A. |
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Abstract | Rates of substance use among homeless youth are considerably higher than those for youth within the general population. Homelessness may be associated with perpetration of offenses and victimization among young people. This systematic review examines whether associations exist between perpetration of offenses, victimization experiences, and substance use among homeless youth. Findings showed that youth most commonly report using alcohol, cannabinoids, and sedatives. Perpetrating and being victimized by physical and property offenses were generally associated with alcohol and marijuana use. Substance use may be a coping mechanism relied upon to deal with daily challenges experienced while homeless. Implications for future research contributing to the advancement of current intervention and prevention efforts designed to address the health concerns of homeless youth are discussed. |
Keywords | homeless youth; physical violence; property violence; crime victims; substance use; systematic review |
Year | 2014 |
Journal | Children and Youth Services Review |
Journal citation | 44, pp. 265 - 277 |
Publisher | Elsevier Ltd |
ISSN | 1873-7765 |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.1016/j.childyouth.2014.06.020 |
Scopus EID | 2-s2.0-84904117644 |
Page range | 265 - 277 |
Research Group | Institute for Learning Sciences and Teacher Education (ILSTE) |
Publisher's version | File Access Level Controlled |
Place of publication | United Kingdom |
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